Sat.Nov 16, 2013 - Fri.Nov 22, 2013

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The Secret to Communicating with Executives

Let's Grow Leaders

'Without executive support your project will fail. You need funding, headcount, and time. Your team’s counting on your to manage up well. You’re looking for the secret sauce to convince your boss. Start by avoiding these 5 mistakes. 5 Big Mistakes When Communicating with Executives 1. Over-Confidence Executives are suspicious of rose-colored glasses.

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Top 10 Reasons Diversity Is Good For The Boardroom

N2Growth Blog

'By Mike Myatt , Chief Executive Officer, N2growth . I do quite a bit of work on matters of board composition, selection and succession, and what I can tell you is this; board diversity is simply smart business. You’ll never hear me recommend diversity solely for the sake of checking a box, but when diversity in the boardroom offers so many benefits to the CEO (and to the entire organization) it’s nothing short of irresponsible for chief executives not to place their board composition under th

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Avoid These Mistakes If You Want to Lead Innovative Teams

Lead Change Blog

'Posted in Leadership Development Note: This post is adapted from my new book The Seven Things Your Team Needs to Hear You Say. If you’d like practical leadership tools with immediate results, it’s available now at Amazon. What Would Happen If… “David, what do you think about…” A few months into her second year of college, our daughter Averie texted me with [.

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Leaders: Use stories to help achieve sustainable superior performance

Michael Lee Stallard

'During World War II, President Franklin Delano Roosevelt traveled to Seattle, Wash., to meet with 18,000 aircraft workers at Boeing Corporation.FDR brought with him a young airplane pilot named Hewitt Wheless from Texas. The pilot had escaped death, thanks to the resilience of the bullet-riddled B-17 plane he flew out of harm’s way. His plane had been built at that very Boeing plant.

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Recruit and Retain New Blue-Collar Talent

Blue-collar jobs have a branding problem. One company, GEON, partnered with Paycor to find the solution. Learn how to attract, engage, and retain blue-collar employees, helping them build meaningful careers – and support your company’s goals.

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Transferable Skills: Yes,You’re Qualified

Let's Grow Leaders

'You want to try something new, but it’s scary. Transferable skills sound great in theory, but when it’s a major career change, it’s hard to know. A Story of Transferable Skills Joseph Henley was a rock star customer service consultant on my team. As we met to talk career, his passion for International relations was […] The post Transferable Skills: Yes,You’re Qualified appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.

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What Does it Mean to Follow Your Passion?

Leading Blog

'We’ve all heard that we should “follow your passion” or “find the right job and you’ll never work a day in your life.” We tend to take this advice to mean that when we get what we want, then we will find meaning and happiness. The problem with this “ I-am-the-center-of-the-universe ” mind-set is that we are approaching the problem in the wrong way says Todd Henry, author of Die Empty.

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Making Feedback A Gift For Your Employees

Tanveer Naseer

'As November slowly comes to an end, many organizations and their leaders are naturally looking back at the past year, evaluating what went right and where things missed the mark to help plan what measures they’ll need to take in response to this year’s successes and failures. To that end, many leaders are now rolling up their sleeves as they prepare for the yearly organizational ritual of the annual performance review.

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Stack Ranking Performance Management Systems

Let's Grow Leaders

'My boss’ voice was visibly shaken on the other end of the phone. “I’m so sorry, he whispered” We have too many “leadings” this year, you won’t be able to rate your top performer leading, or give her the extra pay. “What?” I was shocked. This woman had a hell of year. Plus, I had […] The post Stack Ranking Performance Management Systems appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.

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Leading Views: Intuition is about Listening

Leading Blog

'Ray Davis, CEO of Umpqua Bank, writes in Leading Through Uncertainty , that following your intuition is important at any time, but especially so in uncertain conditions. Intuition shouldn’t be thought of as being irrational but rather a “powerful, heightened state of awareness.” Intuition isn’t a magical process that happens inside of you. Its quality is dependent on how well you are informed by the reality of what’s happening around you.

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The Odd Truth About Remote Teams

Lead Change Blog

'Posted in Change Management Leadership Coaching Leadership Development When it comes to remote teams, absence can make results stronger. Managed well, remote teams will outperform your co-located groups. My Remote Team Story I have been working in long distance leadership situations for almost 2 decades. I have led many highly dispersed teams. For most of my career I have not worked in the [.

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How to Stay Competitive in the Evolving State of Martech

Marketing technology is essential for B2B marketers to stay competitive in a rapidly changing digital landscape — and with 53% of marketers experiencing legacy technology issues and limitations, they’re researching innovations to expand and refine their technology stacks. To help practitioners keep up with the rapidly evolving martech landscape, this special report will discuss: How practitioners are integrating technologies and systems to encourage information-sharing between departments and pr

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The Number One Reason Employees Get Sick.Perceived Unfairness at Work

Great Leadership By Dan

'Guest post from Ken Nowack : “Sticks and stones can break my bones, but words can never hurt me.” - Anonymous Recent studies confirm that emotional hurt and rejection, whether part of social interactions or the perception of inequitable and unjust workplace conditions can actually trigger the same neurophysiologic pathways associated with physical pain and suffering (Eisenberger, Lieberman, & Williams, 2003).

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What Ethical Leaders Believe

Leading in Context

'By Linda Fisher Thornton ChangeThis.com is an 800ceoread project for "spreading good ideas and changing business thinking for the better." I am honored that today they published my Manifesto about ethical thinking. This Manifesto begins with an Aristotle quote "We are what we repeatedly do" and then asks us to think hard about what we repeatedly do.

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Booknotes: 16 quotes from Die Empty

Leading Blog

'“Don’t go to your grave with your best work inside of you.” In another remarkable book, Die Empty , Todd Henry encourages you to “embrace the importance of now and refuse to allow the lull of comfort fear, familiarity, and ego to prevent you from taking action on your ambitions.” Eventually all of our tomorrows will be gone, is how we choose to spend our time today is significant.

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3 Reasons You Should Ask Your Team More Questions

Lead Change Blog

'Posted in Leadership Development It’s easy to fall into the trap of believing that when you ask a question, it makes you look weak, but good leaders don’t let the appearance of strength get in the way of actual strength. Smart leaders understand that questions are more important than orders. Insight, strategy, and intervention all start with understanding, and [.

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5 Ways to Improve DE&I in the Workplace

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are critical for an organization’s success. And companies that take bold action to help ensure an inclusive workplace will win every time. Discover how your company can create a culture that celebrates DE&I while achieving higher revenue and growth.

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Three Things Leaders Can Still Learn from JFK

Next Level Blog

'The coverage this week of the 50th anniversary of the assassination of John F. Kennedy is a stark reminder of the impact his life and death had on the United States and the world. With the perspective of fifty years, it’s easy to argue for or against Kennedy’s strengths and weaknesses. It’s easy to debate what he did or didn’t accomplish. You may think he was a great president or you may not.

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Learning Pairs Program, an Internal Development Tool

Great Leadership By Dan

'Guest post by Great Leadership monthly contributor Beth Armknecht Miller: Learning pairs are created to advance the learning of two employees. When creating pairs you first need to identify what development goal you want to address for each employee as well as what the employee has to share and coach with another employee based on their experience, skills and knowledge.

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State of Women-Owned Businesses and Women Presidents in 2013 [Infographic]

Women on Business

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What If…?

Lead Change Blog

'Posted in Leadership Development [link] For those of you that know me, you know I ask Why a lot (annoyingly so at times!). So that’s why (ha!) at BIF9, I loved what Matt Murrie is doing with getting “What If…?” out there – boldly! We all need to ask this more. So the next time you find yourself starting to say “no,” try saying “What [.

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No Ego: How Leaders Can Cut the Cost of Drama, End Entitlement and Drive Big Results

Speaker: Cy Wakeman, M.S., CSP, President, Reality-Based Leadership

Most HR leadership philosophies are grounded in two completely faulty assumptions — “change is hard” and “engagement drives results.” Those beliefs have inspired expensive attempts to keep change from being disruptive to employees. What these engagement programs actually do is create and reinforce feelings of victim-hood and leave employees unprepared to adapt to real changes that are necessary for the health and profitability of their enterprises.

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How to Defeat the Dangers of Disrespect

Leadership Freak

'Foolish leaders disrespect intentionally. But, for many, disrespect is accidental. Disrespectful leaders demoralize the team. You’re disrespectful when you: Answer for others in meetings. Help when help isn’t needed. Over-helpfulness suggests others aren’t capable. Make choices without input from those impacted. Unilateral decisiveness feels like a putdown to those on the receiving end of your […].

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The best way to help

Persuasive Powerhouse

' . There is a nasty long-standing myth that does a lot of harm to humanity. It has destroyed careers, and it’s made the very people who are there to support a leader feel very, very small. If you are a human, you’re familiar with the myth and may even had a starring role in it. The myth is that to truly help others, we must give advice and tell them everything we know.

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Got A Low Traffic Site? Here’s How to Get A Ton Of Subscribers Fast

Women on Business

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Leading Can Be Silent

Lead Change Blog

'Posted in Leadership Development [link] …Generating a supportive gaze from across the room as someone speaks up, letting them know you know it is taking every ounce of courage for them to speak their mind right now. …Standing in the back of the room as someone takes the floor to speak publicly for the first time, giving them your full [.

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10 HR Metrics to Track in 2024

Discover the power of HR metrics. Master recruiting, control skyrocketing labor costs, and reduce turnover rates. Get insights into key metrics like Time-to-Fill, Cost-per-Hire, and Turnover Rate. Equip your business for success in 2024.

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Getting the Most From Anger

Leadership Freak

'Our discomfort with anger speaks to it’s power. But, those who don’t get angry don’t care. Anger is uncomfortable because it ruins lives. “Frustration” is more comfortable. “I’m not angry,” we say, “I’m just frustrated.” Anger is passion. Anger is a gift. “Sometimes, you have to get angry to get things done.” Ang Lee The […].

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It’s Time to Be Generous

Nathan Magnuson

'On November 7, 2013, one of the most intense storms in recorded history Typhoon Haiyan struck the Philippines. Wind gusts were estimated at 195 mph. Early estimates suggest over 10,000 people have died in the city of Tacloban alone and more than 11 million citizens have been displaced. Aid workers continue to struggle against the […]. Inspiration Misc.

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How to Differentiate Your Brand for a Competitive Edge

Women on Business

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Lead Change Blog - Untitled Article

Lead Change Blog

'Posted in Leadership Development SmartBlog for Leadership [link] A Department of Labor report on the glass ceiling noted that “what’s important [in organizations] is comfort, chemistry, and collaboration.” Chris Argyris, business theorist and professor, says there’s a universal human tendency to organize our lives around remaining in control and winning.

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ABM Evolution: How Top Marketers Are Using Account-Based Strategies

In times of economic uncertainty, account-based strategies are essential. According to several business analysts and practitioners, ABM is a necessity for creating more predictable revenue. Research shows that nearly three-quarters of marketers (74%) already have the resources needed to build successful ABM programs.

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Ask a Great Leadership Development Question - Get a Free Book!

Great Leadership By Dan

'I''ll make a deal with you. After 6 years and almost 800 posts, it gets harder and harder to come up with new topics to write about. Every now again I get tapped out and need some inspiration. That''s where you, Great Leadership readers and supporters come in. What''s your burning question about: Leadership Development, Talent Management, Succession Planning, Executive Development, Leadership, Training, Performance Management, Management Development, Coaching, Staff Development, Public Speaking

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In the Midst of a Great Relationship

Leadership Freak

'Organizations filled with people who need to be #1 are paralyzed by sideways energy. Everyone pulls for their own way rather than pulling together. We are so in love with being #1 that we minimize being #2. But, great organizations are filled with great followers. Becoming number two: “Losing an election was perhaps the most […].

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Event Management Trends that Dominated 2013

Women on Business

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Irrevocable Principle

Lead Change Blog

'Posted in Leadership Development I read a great post today by Seth Godin titled Bullying is theft. Seth is a great and prolific writer and he used a term that I want to explore: irrevocable principle. His point was if we want to eliminate bullying in an organization, we need to treat the problem like what it is, theft. [.] Author information Mike Henry Chief Instigator at Lead Change Group Mike is the Chief Instigator of the Lead Change Group and co-author with 20 other Lead Change Instigators,

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How to Write OKRs: 45 Effective Examples

Discover how to align everyday employee priorities with company goals. Many companies are embracing objectives and key results (OKRs) as the best practice for committing to goals and following through. Objectives are outcomes that reflect current company priorities. Each employee should write OKRs that roll up to larger company goals. Show employees how they contribute to the larger mission.